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Yuichi Abe

Born in 1968 in Saitama, Abe composes for wind bands and ensembles, and is a member of the composers’ group “Wind Association”.

Principal works include “Futurism for Wind Orchestra” (nominated for the 2nd Asahi Composition Prize in 1991 and selected as a 1992 All Japan Band Competition test piece), “Pampas for Wind Orchestra” (nominated for the 4th Asahi Composition Prize in 1993), March "Ramesesu II" (awarded the 5th Asahi Composition prize in 1994 and selected as a 1995 AJBA test piece), “Oga Kinuburui” (featured in the 5th Kyo-En concert), and “God's Sphere: The Karnak Shrine” (featured in the 7th Kyo-En concert).